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You must understand the whole of life, not just one little part of it. That is why you must read, that is why you must l
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"You must understand the whole of life, not just one little part of it. That is why you must read, that is why you must look at the skies, that is why you must sing and dance, and write poems and suffer and understand, for all that is life"

- Jiddu Krishnamurti

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This quote by Jiddu Krishnamurti motivates us to take in the fullness of life, instead of just focusing on one aspect. He recommends that we must read, look at the skies, sing, dance, write poems, and suffer in order to gain a better understanding of life. By doing these activities, we can get a much better gratitude for the appeal and intricacy of life. We can also discover to accept the hardships that feature life, and comprehend that they become part of the journey. By taking in the whole of life, we can acquire a better understanding of ourselves and the world around us. We can discover to value the appeal of life, and comprehend that it is not simply one little part, however a complex and ever-changing journey.

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India Flag This quote is written / told by Jiddu Krishnamurti between May 12, 1895 and February 17, 1986. He/she was a famous Philosopher from India. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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